Renovation Cheat Sheet
Renovations of tired, rundown homes can add big dollars to both yield and sale price. While it can be an expensive proposition (especially if you start moving walls around or redoing kitchens and bathrooms) there are some simple ways in which you can modernise old and unattractive homes without spending […]
Suddenly working from home? Five great tips.
Whether you are hastily setting up a shop at your kitchen table, or have been operating from a home office for a while, there a few things you can do to make sure that you’re remote working in a healthy way. Set limits When “work” is just on the other […]
Warning Signs of Bad Tenants
Because appearances can be deceptive and landlords risk being taken for a ride, here are some warning signs of a bad tenant to watch out for: The friend – Pay attention to the old adage that you should never do business with family or friends. Your friend is not automatically a bad tenant, […]
Healthy Home Standards
The Healthy Homes Standards are here and we are busy working towards the first deadline of July 2020. From previous experience when the insulation standards were released we realised that it was best to wait until the dust settles to definitively understand what the regulations are to ensure your property […]
Tips for Buying an Investment Property
1. Set up your network of support before you buy Your team should consist of individuals who you can trust and will go the extra mile for you. We recommend your network include Mortgage broker, Property Manager and their tradies, Accountant, Valuation company. Before you engage in their services, understand […]
Welcome Home Loan
What do you know about Welcome Home Loan? ATTENTION – FIRST HOME BUYERS Finding the deposit for your first home can be a struggle, with most lenders currently requiring a minimum 20% deposit. But with a Welcome Home Loan you only need a 10% deposit which means getting into your […]
Why use a Mortgage Adviser?
A good mortgage adviser will use their experience to review your financial situation and get the best home loan deal for you. A mortgage adviser can potentially save you tens of thousands of dollars during the life of your loan by negotiating on home loan interest rates, structuring your loans, […]
What’s your property really worth?
Anyone who is an expert on property will tell you that your house is really only worth what someone is willing to pay for it. But if you’re working out insurance or planning to sell your home, you might be looking for a more solid answer. If you want a […]
Is your property at risk of flooding?
New Zealand is not immune to bad weather, just ask anyone affected by recent flooding. Check your local council’s flood maps online, and see if you have any friends or family who live in the area who can advise you on whether or not the area floods. While you can […]